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Rankin County finds dwelling at 564 Barker Road unfit for human habitation and orders posting

Rankin County Board of Supervisors · February 2, 2026
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Summary

After an inspection with photos showing no running water, no legal electric service and unsafe structural conditions, the Board found 564 Barker Road unfit for human habitation, instructed staff to post and secure the property and allow a 60‑day corrective period following vacating.

County staff presented photos and inspection testimony indicating severe sanitation and structural failures at a dwelling on 564 Barker Road. Inspectors reported no running water, the electrical meter had been removed and occupants had improvised a shower using drums that collected rainwater. Inspectors said four people — two adults and…

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